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Genre: Film & Animation
Date of upload: Feb 5, 2023 ^^
Rating : 4.737 (40/569 LTDR)
RYD date created : 2023-10-25T12:16:33.502616Z
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You know Adam, when I had to explain what the thoughts that inspired my scorpion piece, I was too afraid to admit it was about my experience with gender and social / cultural expectation. I was so moved when you mentioned Abigail, I began to tear up because I didn't know I was in a safe space to talk about those things. Thank you for being an ally.
And the fact you like Victor??? P E A K taste, thumbs up.
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hearing you describe abigail thorne post-transition as the “physical embodiment of integrity” was so powerful that it’s going to stick with me for a long time. i am a trans woman myself and it never occurred to me that transition really is the ultimate example of true integrity, because you have to put yourself in harm’s way simply to live as your authentic self. and yet, to be truly at peace, such a sacrifice is not only worthwhile, but necessary. thank you adam <3
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I think that I speak for everyone here when I say you are definitely one of the best role models for me. A couple years ago, my life changed in a colossal way in that I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. My dream of joining the U.S Military was shattered and I was in a deep dark pit I couldn’t escape. Then I found your channel and you changed my life forever. I found a new love of digital art when I was bedridden in the hospital. 6 years later, I’m more determined than ever to pursue an art career. Thank you for being here for all of us. You are a true hero.❤
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When I was young I had a passion for creative works such as drawing or making origami. My father noticed it and was quite happy because he was a professional artist working in animation studios and other companies as an art director.
so he would often teach me the fundamentals and tell me how important it is to master them until I was allowed to draw cartoonish things or anime and manga-style art. My father was a very competitive person and had an ego especially when it comes to his artistic skills. I myself have to admit that he is a very skilled artist in all the technical aspects one could imagine.
his teaching is very strict and left almost no room for creativity or any fun which leads to me giving up on art completely. I cried so many times when I take my pencil and tried to just enjoy drawing something but then has to remember that when my father sees it he would just tell me how many technical errors I just made. at some point, I stopped working on my fundamentals and doing any art and he stopped teaching me. maybe he gave up too. it took me almost a decade to finally blaze up my passion and pick up my pencil. But that's when I didn't realize the damage that had been done to me. I was obsessed with technical perfection and always sees other people's art in a very negative way when I see any minor errors as if I'm an aggressive competitor. But when I do see artists who are much more advanced than me then I would think of myself as a piece of trash that no one would love or care about.
I believe the reason why I felt that way is because of how my artistic education I think my father is a genius in art but not in teaching.
But it all changed when I found your channel, Adam.
you moved my heart with every single video of your wisdom. It overpainted my life canvas and opened my eyes. You are my biggest and most important role model you changed my Identity for the better.
you don't have to answer me or anything I don't want to take your time. just knowing you will be reading it is enough for me.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart and soul. and happy painting.
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I usually get scared of sharing my inspirations because most are characters... and then you mentioned Viktor. Thank you so much for that Adam.
Logan, Tony Stark, Sherlock Holmes, Batman... all are men whose intelligence is remarked in specific ways and sometimes are driven by anger and rage, creating a wall that pushes people away. But even with all their flaws and lack of emotional connection and trust, they find someone to connect with. Not necessarily romantic, but someone important. Someone whose bond they end up sometimes cherishing more than their logical mind can comprehend, and from where they learn to connect with their emotions again.
As someone with anger and trust issues, seeing these characters move forward has helped me not to give up. To learn from my missteps, to not let my anger, ego or fear to blind me (And even if at some point they do, to recognize my mistake and do better).To love my art, understand it's importance and work hard for it because there's always something new to learn, but also understand that I can't live my life believing I can do everything alone. That emotions are not something I can run away from, and eventually have to let myself just feel them because if not, I'm only hurting myself by hurting others.
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you really got me when you shared your biggest inspiration. when you said that we'd be shocked if you said it, I honestly didn't think I would and then I hear that it's Viktor!!! it felt like my worlds were becoming one
you and your videos are always inspiration to me, and this just adds on to how much I look up to you ♥
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YOI LET'S GOOOO! Seriously the writing and character portrayal in that anime is so nuanced and fantastic, and I feel a bit underrated. I might have bias since I once was a figure skater so there was a lot I could relate to, but it just captured the internal journey, and the ups and downs of the sport so well, while building a beautiful love story. I'm so glad you brought up a fictional character so much because honestly many of them are huge role models for me personally. I was on the edge of my seat hoping you were going to drop Prince Zuko from Avatar TLAB (one of the greatest written characters of all time in animation imo), but I'm just as happy for the YOI love. It seriously deserves it!
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I have no role model actually.
There are works of artists I liked, there are creators that did stuff I saw, but, I never looked deeper into anyone, at all, ever.
Actually, it sort of made me keep being completely detached from the whole concept of "Role Model", I noticed most people around have it... Most people look at someone, and aspire to be them, or, are inspired directly by them.
As a creator, I have no figure in mind that comes... I have no one I can think of as an actual role model.
However, there are works that certainly sits in my mind... Yet, they aren't "A person", but, creations that I keep returning to, and having an artistic inspiration from, that I value and pretty much view as things I return to in many ways:
Highly specific video games that felt "Fitting", and as a creator, I keep looking back at those creations, and they guide me with no words or figure... But rather, in odd sensations.
Most specifically:
Thief series.
Might and magic series(Both series).
Legacy of Kain.
Deus Ex series.
Planescape Torment.
Doom/Heretic/Hexen.
The Elder Scrolls.
Neverhood.
American Mcgee's Alice.
Diablo 1-2.
Starcraft 1
Gothic series.
Pathologic.
These are my version of "role models"... As a creator.
I follow experiences, feelings, emotions... Imagination, creations... not actual people.
Because that's where most of the interactions in my life have been, games.
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@yorulo3280
1 year ago
I love how you went from Canadian philosophers to a character from Yuri on Ice
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